Liptauer is typically eaten on an open sandwich, toast, crackers, bagels or as a filling in cold dishes such as stuffed tomatoes, peppers,[1] or hard boiled eggs.

In Austria, Liptauer is a typical snack served at Heurigen, Austrian wine-drinking taverns.[3] In Slovakia and Hungary many families have their own recipe for the dish. In Serbia, Liptauer is available in most restaurants that serve local cuisine. It is often made spicy with paprika, roasted red peppers and egg yolks.

Ready-made Liptauer is generally available in small tinfoil packages and has a spicy, sharp taste.[4]